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Choral music: Ars Nova spans the ages

By The Denver Post

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03/22/2013 12:01:00 AM MDT

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Friday-Saturday. The Boulder-based choral group Ars Nova always wins us over, for its high-caliber singing, of course, but also for its smart programs. This weekend's concerts, assembled by artistic director Thomas Edward Morgan, are a good example. The music stretches five centuries, tapping the work of writers inspired by overlapping themes. So audiences will hear links between the 16th century's Josquin des Prez and today's Eric Whitacre, whose "When David Heard" will be a highlight of the evening. Both weekend concerts are at churches named for St. John — so don't confuse them. 7:30 p.m. Friday, Saint John's Cathedral, 1350 Washington St., and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, St. John's Episcopal Church, 1419 Pine St., Boulder. $22 both shows. 303-499-3165 or arsnovasingers.com.